Model-specific reset guide
Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 Reset Waste Ink Counter
A waste ink counter warning can prevent Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 from printing even when the printer is otherwise working normally. Follow the checks and reset sequence below to restore operation safely.
Why the ink pad counter blocks Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280
Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 uses stored counter data to estimate absorber usage. The estimate may reach its limit before the pads appear completely saturated, but physical maintenance should still be considered.
Wic Reset Connect is designed to reset the compatible counter in Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280. The physical waste ink system should still be inspected and maintained when necessary.
Reset the counter in Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280
Correct preparation protects the reset key from being used during a failed communication attempt. Verify each requirement before selecting Reset.
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Install the original driver
Install the official Epson driver for PM-G4500 Photo 1280 and confirm that Windows can see the printer.
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Connect directly by USB
Connect Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 to the computer without Wi-Fi, a hub or an adapter.
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Start Wic Reset Connect
Close Epson Status Monitor, run Wic Reset Connect as Administrator and select Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280.
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Enter the key and reset
Enter the purchased key, choose Reset and keep the printer connected until completion.
If Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 is not detected
- Clear paused print jobs and restart both the printer and Windows if another program is holding the USB connection.
- Close Epson Status Monitor and any other Epson maintenance software before starting Wic Reset Connect.
- Connect the printer directly to the computer. Do not use Wi-Fi, a USB hub, docking station or print server.
- Install the original Epson driver for PM-G4500 Photo 1280; a generic Windows driver may not expose the required communication interface.
Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 reset FAQ
How long does the reset take?
The reset itself usually finishes in about 1–2 minutes after the printer has been detected correctly.
Does the reset clean or replace the ink pads?
No. It changes the stored counter value. Inspect, clean or replace the physical waste ink system when its condition requires it.
Does Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 need service mode?
No. Epson printers do not use the Canon service-mode sequence. Connect the printer normally by USB.
Restore Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280
Use the model-specific steps above to reset Epson PM-G4500 Photo 1280 with a stable connection and a valid key.